In sunny Los Angeles, California, a little cat named Pinocchio came into the world with a pretty unique twist – a really crooked face. Now, you might be wondering, ‘How did this happen?’ Well, it turns out that Pinocchio was born with a rare genetic defect.
In the year 2020, our feline friend Pinocchio made his grand entrance. At just three months old, he was already the size of a kitten half his age, as reported by Love Meow. His owner, an elderly lady, realized that she couldn’t give Pinocchio the care he needed. So, she reached out to a local animal rescue group called Friends for Life Rescue Network.
A compassionate veterinarian took a look at Pinocchio and discovered that he had a congenital genetic defect. Among other things, this condition caused his jaw to be all kinds of misaligned. But that wasn’t all – poor Pinocchio was dehydrated, malnourished, and had a flea infestation. It seems like he had a pretty rough start to life, poor guy.
After some much-needed rescue and TLC, Pinocchio’s condition started to improve. He began to grow and become more playful. However, as of now, he’s not quite ready to find a forever home just yet.
Despite his young age, Pinocchio had a laundry list of health issues. So, his new caregivers need to keep a close eye on his unique face and be vigilant for any further complications.
Pinocchio quickly won the hearts of everyone he met. He’s the kind of kitty who rushes up to greet anyone who enters the room, climbing up to their shoulder for a perch. He’s all about those cuddles, playtime, and bouncing around. In short, he’s a super happy cat who adores everyone – humans, other cats, and even dogs.
While Pinocchio seemed well-taken care of on the outside, additional medical exams revealed more issues. He had to undergo surgery to repair an umbilical hernia, and even his sternum had to be repositioned. It’s clear that this little guy has been through a lot.
Due to the uncertainty of what other health issues Pinocchio may have, he’s not available for adoption just yet. But don’t worry, there’s hope on the horizon. When he reaches adulthood, it might be possible for him to find a loving family.
In the meantime, Pinocchio is under the watchful eye of a dedicated animal caretaker who’s making sure he has all the love and care he needs. And there’s good news – if all goes well, we might see Pinocchio finding his forever home in the next few months. Or, he could continue to thrive under the loving care of his skilled animal caretaker, who looks after several cats with disabilities.
So, keep an eye out for more updates on this Instagram sensation, Pinocchio, with his perfectly imperfect face. Who knows, he might just steal your heart!
